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BBC OS: 2023/09/11 16:06 GMT: Morocco earthquake: Search and rescue continue

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Morocco earthquake: Search and rescue continue

2023/09/11 16:06 GMT

2023/09/11 16:06 GMT: Morocco earthquake: Search and rescue continue

BBC World Service - BBC OS, Morocco earthquake: Search and rescue continue

Rescue teams are still battling to find survivors trapped in the rubble

Rescue teams are still battling to find survivors trapped in the rubble.

The deadliest earthquake to hit Morocco in more than six decades is now known to have killed more than 2,600 people. Rescue teams are struggling to reach those still trapped under rubble. We hear from people affected by the quake.

We also hear about a powerful storm in Libya which has killed at least 150 people. Many more are missing. 

Egypt has voiced anger after Ethiopia announced it had filled the reservoir at a highly controversial hydroelectric dam on the Blue Nile river. We explain what the megaproject is. 

Hollywood couple Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis are facing a backlash after they sent letters of support to a judge ahead of the 30-year sentencing of fellow actor Danny Masterson for rape. Our culture reporter explains.

After Novak Djokovic’s 24th major title, we speak to tennis fans about his excellence and ask whether they think he now is the undisputed “goat”. 

We get listeners’ views on handwriting at schools, following the decision by teachers in many Swedish schools to put new emphasis on handwriting practice and devote less time on tablets. 

Presenter: James Reynolds

(Photo: Search efforts in Talat N'Yaaqoub as earthquake death toll nears 2,500, Talat Nyaaqou, Morocco - 11 Sep 2023. Credit: MOHAMED MESSARA/EPA-EFE/REX/Shutterstock)

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